Weapons
A 37-year old Port Hope female is facing weapons charges after she was approached by police regarding a prior outstanding theft charge.
On June 3, 2024, police observed the female in the area of Walton and Mill Street and was known to police to be arrestable for a prior shoplifting incident. As officers were searching her property, they came across a taser/stun gun and an army style tactical vest.
The female was placed under arrest for the outstanding shoplifting charge and was also charged with the following:
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
The female was released on an undertaking with conditions and will appear in court on June 26, 2024, to answer to her charges.